ARK has recently formed an exciting new partnership in Uganda with PEAS (Promoting Equality in African Schools), through which we will demonstrate a model of affordable quality secondary education at scale through public-private partnerships.
We are now seeking candidates for the role of ARK Country Representative, Uganda. This is an exciting opportunity to develop and oversee the delivery of this new programme and country for ARK.
Job purpose and responsibilities
Working closely with the Managing Director of PEAS, our partner organisation, the ARK Country Representative will be responsible for the successful implementation of the Partnerships for Public Education (PPE) programme. In particular, the Country Representative will:
Provide leadership, guidance and strategic direction for the programme
Be responsible for operational management, including planning and budgeting
Oversee programme monitoring, evaluation and reporting
Build ARK's profile in Uganda and build and manage relationships with key stakeholders
Influence policy at a national level
Over time, there is potential to expand the role to include other opportunities for ARK in Uganda, potentially in our thematic areas of Health and Child Protection.
Qualifications and experience
Our ideal candidate will offer excellent strategic thinking, a willingness to challenge the status quo and enthusiasm for innovative approaches. They will offer at least 5 yearsseniormanagement experience in the development sector, preferably in education, together with a proven track record of effective programme design and implementation with evidence of results. They will also have significant experience of building effective relationships at a senior level and of policy influencing.
The post will be based in Kampala, with some travel to the project sites. ARK particularly encourages Ugandan nationals to apply. For more information about the programme and a detailed job description, please click here
To apply, please submit the following to ark.recruitment@arkonline.org
A completed application form - please click here
A curriculum vitae
Please include your full name and 'Country Representative, Uganda' in the title line of your message.
Applications close Monday 28th May 2012, 11am (EAT).
We are now seeking candidates for the role of ARK Country Representative, Uganda. This is an exciting opportunity to develop and oversee the delivery of this new programme and country for ARK.
Job purpose and responsibilities
Working closely with the Managing Director of PEAS, our partner organisation, the ARK Country Representative will be responsible for the successful implementation of the Partnerships for Public Education (PPE) programme. In particular, the Country Representative will:
Provide leadership, guidance and strategic direction for the programme
Be responsible for operational management, including planning and budgeting
Oversee programme monitoring, evaluation and reporting
Build ARK's profile in Uganda and build and manage relationships with key stakeholders
Influence policy at a national level
Over time, there is potential to expand the role to include other opportunities for ARK in Uganda, potentially in our thematic areas of Health and Child Protection.
Qualifications and experience
Our ideal candidate will offer excellent strategic thinking, a willingness to challenge the status quo and enthusiasm for innovative approaches. They will offer at least 5 yearsseniormanagement experience in the development sector, preferably in education, together with a proven track record of effective programme design and implementation with evidence of results. They will also have significant experience of building effective relationships at a senior level and of policy influencing.
The post will be based in Kampala, with some travel to the project sites. ARK particularly encourages Ugandan nationals to apply. For more information about the programme and a detailed job description, please click here
To apply, please submit the following to ark.recruitment@arkonline.org
A completed application form - please click here
A curriculum vitae
Please include your full name and 'Country Representative, Uganda' in the title line of your message.
Applications close Monday 28th May 2012, 11am (EAT).